J-Class Racing Yacht in Choppy Seas

A classic J-class racing yacht with a large white mainsail heels sharply through choppy water off a rocky coastline, with sunlight backlighting the sail and creating bright spray at the bow.

A photo of a J-class racing yacht heeling sharply off Brenton Point, bright afternoon sunlight backlighting the white mainsail with spray See more

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